Description

(8-Fluorooctyl)Phenyl Ketone is a specialized fluorinated aromatic ketone building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of novel materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), where the incorporation of a fluorine atom and a long alkyl chain can dramatically alter physical and biological properties. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and liquid crystal industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly where lipophilicity and metabolic stability are desired.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the fluorine moiety for enhanced bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Acts as a precursor or dopant in the creation of fluorinated liquid crystals for advanced display technologies.
• Polymer Science: Employed in the synthesis of specialty polymers and coatings to introduce specific surface properties and chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D focused on carbon-fluorine bond chemistry and ketone transformations.
• Material Science: Used in the development of novel organic electronic materials and self-assembled monolayers (SAMs).

Basic Information

Product Name	(8-Fluorooctyl)Phenyl Ketone
CAS No.	326-52-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₂₁FO
Molecular Weight	236.33 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(8-Fluorooctyl)-1-phenylethanone; 8-Fluorooctyl Phenyl Ketone; ω-Fluorooctyl Phenyl Ketone; 1-Phenyl-1-(8-fluorooctyl)ethanone; 8-Fluorooctylphenone; Phenacyl 8-fluorooctyl ether (common misnomer); FOK-8 (abbreviation); Phenyl 8-fluorooctyl ketone
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Quality Control

Our (8-Fluorooctyl)Phenyl Ketone is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical parameters. Our quality system is designed to support cGMP and ISO standards for research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.